The Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership has launched its cost-shared On-Farm Value-Added Program for primary producers and Value-Added Program for food and bio-industrial processors for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. These programs support the continued diversification and growth in Alberta through investment in projects that increase sales, production capacity, explore and expand market opportunities, and create new jobs. The programs have two continuous intake streams, Stream A and Stream B, based on respective eligibility criteria and merit scoring.

Eligible applicants include primary producers and bio-industrial or food processors involved in the value-added processing of an agricultural product. Eligible expenses must be incurred between January 1, 2026, and March 15, 2027. A minimum of 50% of the total investment for the project must be secured prior to application for the grant.

Applicants can only apply to either program, or to the Emerging Opportunities Program for the same activities. Eligible project activities and additional program requirements can be found in the respective Funding List and program Terms and Conditions. Program intakes will close when all grant funding is fully allocated.